For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet was without sin. Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.  Hebrews 4:15-16

It is human nature for us to gravitate toward people we can relate to. Think about most of your friends. You all share the same perspective on life and can identify with each other’s experiences. Whether it’s connecting with the depths of our pain or celebrating in our successes, we value the ability of others to understand what we are going through.

But no matter how great our friends are, they may not always be available when we need them. And sometimes, even with our closest friends, we still tend to hold back because we’re not sure if we can trust them with everything. We’re afraid of being judged or think that if we confess a sin, they’ll think less of us. But there is one person who we can always count on. Jesus is our most trustworthy friend. From our darkest secrets to our mountain-top experiences, we can share it all with him.

Christ’s time spent on earth allows us to share a deep connection with him. He understands our battles with temptation as well as our frustrations with isolation. We don’t have to deal with the issues of life alone because Jesus is able to sympathize and empathize with our weaknesses.

Don’t get flustered about your flaws or hammered about your hang-ups. Once we confess our struggles to Jesus, he will unload his strength and grace in our lives. Our all-access connection with him gives us the confidence we need to know that we can depend on him. Whenever we need him—he is there!

Lord, I am so thankful that you fully understand the struggles that I deal with in life. I place all of my sins at your feet knowing that I have total access to your grace. Help me to accept your forgiveness and live in confidence—because through my weaknesses, you are strong. In Jesus’ name, Amen.